December weather forecast
Tohatchi, NM

Share

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tohatchi, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

Tohatchi observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C). Tohatchi encounters a steady low-temperature average of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In Tohatchi, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in December is 66%.

Rainfall

In Tohatchi, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 91.1 rainfall days, and 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Tohatchi are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 9 days and typically aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:11 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Tohatchi, is 39.6°F (4.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is calculated to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 66%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 9 days and typically aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Tohatchi, during December, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:11 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Tohatchi, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Tohatchi?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Tohatchi, NM

Average temperature in December - Tohatchi, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Tohatchi, NM

Average pressure in December - Tohatchi, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tohatchi, NM

Average wind speed in December - Tohatchi, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Tohatchi, NM

Average humidity in December - Tohatchi, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (24%).

Average rainfall in December
Tohatchi, NM

Average rainfall in December - Tohatchi, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Tohatchi, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Tohatchi, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tohatchi, NM

Average snowfall in December - Tohatchi, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tohatchi, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Tohatchi, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tohatchi, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tohatchi, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tohatchi, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Tohatchi, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Tohatchi, NM

Average UV index in December - Tohatchi, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Tohatchi, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Tohatchi, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Tohatchi, NM

Average visibility in December - Tohatchi, NM
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

Tohatchi, New Mexico, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location